Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

 

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

 

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Recipe

You’ll need:

1/2 cup soy sauce

1/4 cup brown sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger ,minced

1 teaspoon garlic ,minced

1 tablespoon honey or sweetener of choice

1 teaspoon sesame oil

3 tablespoons mirin

1/4 cup water mixed with 3 teaspoons cornstarch

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Store in the fridge for up to a week. Makes about 1 1/4 cups teriyaki sauce.

Chicken Teriyaki

Recipe

¾ lb chicken thigh - or chicken breast

1 Tablespoon vegetable oil

1 Tablespoon sesame seeds

Teriyaki sauce

Instruction:

Prep chicken: Flatten the chicken so it's about ¾ inch thick for even cooking.

Cook Chicken (Grill, Pan fry, or Bake)

Grill or Pan fry: Heat your grill or pan over medium high heat and add the oil. Cook skin-side down if using skin-on chicken and flip when golden brown.

During the last 3 minutes, add your desired amount of the teriyaki sauce. It will reduce and thicken into a glaze as the chicken cooks. Internal temperature should register 165°F and juices should run clear.

(Optional) Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking pan. Bake chicken for about 20 until fully cooked, brushing on the teriyaki sauce a few times during the last 5 to 7 minutes. The sauce will thicken into a glaze. Reduce the heat if it starts to burn.

Serve

Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces and serve over steamed rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and spoon any remaining glaze over the chicken. Enjoy!